Adjust to the hinge
Marked positions cover common 2½–5-inch hinge lengths. Match the opening to the actual hinge rather than relying only on the package size.
EVOQUEFIT • WORKSHOP ESSENTIALS
Route a cleaner hinge recess, with a repeatable setup.
Designed for the door edge, not the door jamb. A compatible router is required. Red variant shown.
DESIGNED AROUND THE TASK
A guided setup for door-edge hinge work
A hinge leaf needs a recess that matches its length, thickness and corner shape. The adjustable frame gives your router a defined work area, while the clamping knobs hold the jig against the door edge. Check the hardware first, set the guide, then make a test cut before moving to the finished door.
Control the recess depth
Use the hinge leaf as a depth reference. Check the routed recess on scrap so the installed leaf sits flush with the door edge.
Hold the setup steady
Tighten the clamping knobs before routing. Recheck that the frame cannot move and that the router base can travel freely.
Finish the corners correctly
Use the radius guide for rounded hinges. A square-corner hinge needs the routed corners squared with a suitable chisel.
Get set up in four steps
- Match hinge length and corner radius before routing.
- Clamp on the door edge and adjust the opening.
- Set router depth against the hinge leaf; test on scrap first.
- Route the recess, check a flush fit and drill pilot holes.
Know your tool
| Material | 6061 aluminum alloy and stainless steel |
|---|---|
| Hinge lengths | 2½, 3, 3½, 4, 4½ and 5 inches |
| Corner radii | ¼ inch and ⅝ inch; square corners require a chisel |
| Included | Jig, router bit, self-centering drill bit and screwdriver bit |
WHERE IT FITS
For replacement doors and hinge installation projects
Use this jig when routing hinge recesses into the edge of a door. It is not a jamb-routing jig. Before starting, check the door construction and the hinge manufacturer's installation requirements.
Application images illustrate tool use. Workpieces and power tools are not included.
WHAT YOU RECEIVE
Know what is in the kit
The kit brings the mortise jig, router bit, self-centering drill bit and screwdriver bit together. A compatible router, hinge, fasteners, door and any required chisel are separate project items.
Before the first job
Check the parts, confirm compatibility with your project and make a controlled test before working on the finished piece.
Questions before you start
Can I use it on the door jamb?
No. This jig is designed to clamp to a door edge. Use a jamb-specific method for the frame side of the hinge.
Will it make square corners automatically?
Routing leaves a radius. Square-corner hinges require chisel work after routing.
How do I repeat the setup on another hinge?
Keep the length and depth settings consistent, then measure and mark the next hinge location independently. Confirm alignment before each cut.
What should I check before starting?
Designed for the door edge, not the door jamb. A compatible router is required. Red variant shown. Wear eye protection and follow the instructions for your power tool.
Need help choosing or setting up?
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